Experts say there are five habits you can adopt to keep the skin around your eyes looking youthful.
Her advice includes the anti-aging ingredients every beauty routine needs and how to apply them correctly.
Georgina East is an award-winning dermatologist with over 20 years’ experience in the beauty industry.
She is the owner of Grafton Spa and Wellness Ltd in Northamptonshire and runs the Harley Street Skin Transformation Clinic SKNfluence.
She shared her eye tips with the US Sun to thwart the signs of ageing.
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East said the skin under the eyes is “delicate,” so it’s important to use an eye cream that’s specifically made for that area.
She revealed that the best ingredients to look out for when buying products vary depending on the skin issue being targeted.
She said Vitamin C is great for dark circles under the eyes, peptides are great for wrinkles, and calming agents are needed to treat puffiness.
“When applying skin care products around the eye area, use the tip of your ring finger,” she said.
“Be gentle and avoid pulling or stretching the delicate skin.”
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East said it’s equally important to be “gentle” when removing eye makeup.
Failure to do so could have a detrimental effect on skin health, she revealed.
“Always cleanse your skin and remove any makeup before applying any anti-ageing cream,” she says.
“This improves absorption and effectiveness.”
She advised to read the ingredients of any skin care product carefully before using it.
“Instead of using harsh products around the eyes, try using a dedicated eye cream or eye cleanser,” she says.
“Harsh ingredients can aggravate sensitive skin and cause irritation.”
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East said it’s very important to stick to a skin care routine to get the desired results.
Consistency is key to maintaining healthy, youthful skin.
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“You’ll see the most benefit from anti-ageing creams if you apply them regularly over an extended period of time,” she says.
“Consistency is the key to maintaining healthy, youthful looking skin.
“Don’t forget that balanced skin care, adequate hydration and sun protection are also crucial parts of a comprehensive anti-ageing regime.”
The skincare expert previously revealed to the US Sun her secret to rejuvenating ageing hands.
She recommended applying creams or oils at night while your body is in “repair mode” to lock in moisture.
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She said smoking can “accelerate” ageing and that people need to quit the habit to maintain a youthful appearance.
Finally, East recommended wearing gloves when possible to protect the skin from environmental damage and harsh chemicals.
